Social Worker MUSC Marion Special Care Unit (Detox) PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Mullins (SC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated professional to interview patients and relatives to obtain social history relevant to their medical issues. This role includes assisting patients in overcoming environmental challenges that affect their care.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and appropriate licensure from the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners. Join us in providing essential support in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• BSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners is necessary.
• Experience in case management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and relatives to obtain social history relevant to medical problems.
• Serves as liaison between medical and nursing staffs.
• Interprets and assists in resolving social problems related to hospitalization.

Skills

Interviewing patients

Liaison between medical and nursing staff

Interpreting social problems

Assisting with environmental difficulties

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

BSW licensure by South Carolina Board

Certification in case management preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

Interviews patients and relatives to obtain social history relevant to medical problems and planning. Assists patients with environmental difficulties that interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Serves as liaison between medical and nursing staffs, patients, relatives and appropriate outside agencies. Interprets and assists in resolving social problems that relate to medical condition and/or hospitalization. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC001623 MAR - Special Care Unit (MMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Job Description

Interviews patients and relatives to obtain social history relevant to medical problems and planning. Assists patients with environmental difficulties that interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Serves as liaison between medical and nursing staffs, patients, relatives and appropriate outside agencies. Interprets and assists in resolving social problems that relate to medical condition and/or hospitalization. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work.

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelor's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Credentials: BSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners. Certification in case management preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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